IGNOU MEDS-044 Assignment 2026-27
Last updated by IGNOU: 31 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 27 Oct 2026, 04:24 am.
| Course code | MEDS-044 |
|---|---|
| Course title | |
| Programme | Master of Arts in Urban Studies (MAUS)MAUS, PGDUPDL, MASS |
| School | School of Extension and Development Studies |
| Assignment code | ASSIGNMENT - 4 |
| Session | July 2026 and January 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 31 Mar 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 30 Sept 2026 |
| Medium | English, Hindi |
About the MEDS-044 assignment
The MEDS-044 assignment covers urban project appraisal, monitoring and evaluation, rating scales, questionnaire design, and data visualisation. It asks students to examine methods used to assess urban infrastructure projects and conduct urban development research. The supplied PDF does not print a course title.
There are five compulsory questions, each worth 20 marks, for a total of 100 marks. Each answer should be around 800 words. The assignment contributes 30% to the final assessment and must be handwritten.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Explain project appraisal and the technical, financial, economic, environmental and social considerations involved in approving an urban infrastructure project. |
| Q2 | 20 | Differentiate project monitoring from evaluation and discuss evaluation methods used for urban development interventions. |
| Q3 | 20 | Compare rating scales in terms of their uses and limitations. |
| Q4 | 20 | Discuss the value and practical constraints of mailed questionnaires in urban research and the structural, language and measurement qualities of a sound survey instrument. |
| Q5 | 20 | Describe the applications and limitations of bar charts and networks for data visualisation in urban project management. |
This is a summary of each question. Download the official PDF above for the exact questions and word limits.
How to write and submit it
- Use the latest assignment uploaded on the university website, regardless of your registration year or session.
- Include your name, full address, enrolment number, admission session, course code, course title, Regional Centre and Study Centre on the first page.
- Write the assignment in your own handwriting; only handwritten submissions are evaluated.
- Use plain or ruled A4 paper, write on both sides with margins, and securely tie or staple the pages separately for each course.
- Answer all five questions, identify each answer by its question number, and write around 800 words per answer.
- Organise answers logically with an introduction and conclusion, write neatly, and underline points you want to emphasise.
- Submit only to your allotted Study Centre and retain a scanned copy until the marks appear in your grade card.
- Check the university website for deadline extensions and contact the relevant course coordinator for academic clarification.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 30 September 2026 (December term-end exam), according to the current listing. Dates can differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
How many questions must I answer in the MEDS-044 assignment?
All five questions are compulsory. Each carries 20 marks, making the assignment worth 100 marks.
What is the word limit for each MEDS-044 answer?
The PDF asks for around 800 words per question.
What is the assignment weightage?
The assignment contributes 30% to the final assessment.
When is the MEDS-044 assignment due?
The current listing gives 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2026 for the December term-end exam. Dates can differ by session: the PDF separately lists 31 March 2027 for July 2026 entrants and 30 September 2027 for January 2027 entrants. The listing dates take priority here.
Can I submit a typed assignment, and where should I submit it?
No. The PDF states that only handwritten assignments are evaluated. Submit to your allotted Study Centre and keep a scanned copy until the marks appear in your grade card.
Which programmes and languages are listed for MEDS-044?
The official listing associates MEDS-044 with MASS, MAUS and PGDUPDL, with English and Hindi available. The supplied PDF is headed Master of Arts in Urban Studies (MAUS).
Other IGNOU MAUS assignments
All MAUS assignments →Assignment details and PDFs come from IGNOU's official website; the guide is a summary of the official PDF. Always check the latest instructions and last dates on ignou.ac.in or with your Regional Centre before submitting.